I have been measuring myself every 2 weeks. Here are the results from the past 2 weeks:

I LOST 9 1/2 INCHES!

Total loss: of 11 inches since January 2nd.

Now the humbling part of my thread....

Mel gave me some really good advice a few weeks back and that was to incorporate weight/strength training into my work out. I got all offended and took some things the wrong way, when she had the best of intentions in her advice. So I want to say I am sorry Mel and thank you for the great advice. I lost 9 1/2 more inches with my weight training the past 2 weeks then I did the first 2 with cardio alone. I bow to the master!

Congrats, that's awesome!

Awesome results!! Weight training will do it everytime!! Keep up the great work and keep us posted!

Hi Libby No offense taken here, and I'm thrilled for you!

Mel

Thank you for being so good about my previous behavior.

I simply can't believe what a difference strength training has made. Can't wait to hit the weights again tomorrow.

Today was measurement day again. In this past 2 weeks I've lost another 8 3/4 inches. I have lost a total of 20 1/4 inches since January 2nd.

Wish me luck, weigh in day is Tuesday.

Just got back from the gym and I'm feeling GREAT!!! I hope everyone has a blessed and happy Saturday!

Question for you.
I have heard a lot of people say that you should measure yourself instead of weigh yourself. What parts are you measuring to keep track? Just bust/waist/hips?
Any tips would be great. I often get frustrated when I don' see the results on the scale. I think I might try the measuring instead.

Angel, a lot of people measure all of those plus thigh, upper arms, and anything else that you want to reduce. Hope that helps.

Angel:

I measure my waist, hips, thighs, upper arms and neck. Eventually I will probably measure my lower arms and calves as well. Also, I give myself a weigh-in day every 3 weeks. That way I am bound to see some progress. I was addicted to my scale and had to have hubby hide it on me. Never did I think I could have that kind of problem!

I measure myself every 2 weeks. It gives me goals to achieve. Like...I want to lose 2 inches by next measurement day or I want to lose 3 lbs by next weigh-in day. I don't beat myself up if I don't achieve those goals, but I tend to aim lower and make them more obtainable.

Best of luck to you.